Gardener Outdoor Environments Group Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $32 - $38 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Outdoor work experience Company vehicle operation Driver's License Team management Following blueprint specifications Mentoring Full Job Description Work With The Best We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a "family of family companies" across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country's largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless. Job Overview OEG is searching for top Talent! Our Gardener plays a critical role in providing on-going high-level and detailed horticultural expertise to residential, commercial and client properties, including management of naturalized areas, and production kitchen gardens, along with detailed fine pruning, management of perennials and flower beds. Installing and maintaining container displays, assisting with seasonal and holiday décor, working closely with leaders and assisting in mentoring team members, ensuring optimal health and aesthetics for all plant materials with the goal of ensuring client expectations are met. Responsibilities and Duties Nurturing all types of different plant materials, including flowers, shrubs and trees Demonstrate proactive ownership of the client properties, anticipating needs before they arise. Ensure every detail—edges, lines, plant health, symmetry, and cleanliness—is executed to perfection. Develop and implement weekly, monthly, and seasonal maintenance plans. Maintain high standards of client property presentation and cleanliness. Communicate effectively with Client Reps and other team members, including clients at times to ensure highest expectations are met. Identify issues and recommend appropriate steps to all client concerns Maintaining the optimal health of plant materials by watering, fertilizing, pruning, dead heading and trimming Using and maintaining gardening tools and light gardening machinery Identify and treat diseases, along with other issues with garden plants Maintain greenhouses and client environments where plants are living Collect specimens of plants, mosses, and fungi for research Identify and diagnose pest and plant diseases, ensuring environmental conditions are healthy. Performing edging, weeding, fertilizing, mulching and other services as needed. Maintain complete discretion regarding the estate, owners, guests, and property operations. Monitor inventory of supplies and place orders as needed. Comply with safety and environmental regulations at all times, including safety protocols for chemical usage. Ability to work well under pressure in an ever-changing environment. Job Requirements A BS Degree in Horticulture or related field, or 5+ years of experience in a horticulture related role required Strong knowledge of annuals, perennials, and general plant care required. Advanced pruning and shaping skills. Proven ability to mentor and guide team members. Highly effective communication skills. High attention to detail and ability to interpret design plans and layouts. Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs, bending, kneeling and standing for long periods Comfortable enduring variable outdoor weather elements. Understanding of irrigation systems desired. Valid driver's license required; ability to drive company vehicles. Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus. Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. The Perks 401(k) plan with company match Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance FSA/HSA PerkSpot Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Paid time Off Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

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$32.00 per hour - $38.00 per hour This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.